A high-stakes Senate race is shaping up in New Hampshire, where a Democratic congressman and a former Republican senator are set to compete for an open seat that could play a pivotal role in the GOP’s efforts to maintain control of the upper chamber. Both candidates secured primary victories, positioning them as the front-runners in a contest that has drawn national attention. The state has not sent a Republican to the Senate since 2010, adding to the significance of this election. With the outcome potentially influencing the balance of power in Congress, the race promises to be a closely watched battleground.
Rep. Chris Pappas (D) and former Sen. John E. Sununu (R) are poised to face off in November for New Hampshire’s open Senate seat — one of the GOP’s best pickup opportunities as they look to hold onto the upper chamber. Pappas and Sununu, the favorites in their respective primaries, defeated a handful of challengers Tuesday. While New Hampshire hasn’t elected a Republican to the Senate since 2010, Granite...
